Darwin's Darkest Hour (2009)

In the quiet solitude of his study, Charles Darwin is jolted from his musings by a manuscript from his contemporary, Alfred Wallace. It echoes his own revolutionary thoughts on evolution and the birth of species, thoughts that have been fermenting in Darwin's mind for countless years. The tale takes us on a journey through time with a series of flashbacks, painting a vivid picture of the birth of Darwin's groundbreaking theory. Darwin's radical ideas have earned him a band of supporters, but also a choir of critics, louder and more numerous. His theories challenge the religious narratives of creation, igniting a storm of controversy. As he delves deeper into his own reflections, Darwin realizes that despite Wallace's similar conclusions, he can rightfully assert himself as the pioneer of this groundbreaking theory. Emboldened by this realization and the events that unfold, Darwin is spurred to share his revolutionary findings with the world. This leads to the publication of his seminal work, a book that would forever change the way we view the world. In this captivating narrative, we witness the birth of Darwin's theory, a theory that would outlive its critics and etch his name in the annals of scientific history.

Darwin's Darkest Hour is a documentary movie featuring Henry Ian Cusick and directed by John Bradshaw.

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